Manchester United
LEGENDARY MOMENTS: MAN UTD VS. SUNDERLAND
Watch Denis Irwin talk with Manchester United players Michael Carrick, Chris Smalling, Phil Jones and goal-scorer Adnan Januzaj about his magnificent winner in this key come-from-behind victory.
In England's Premier League you need to take your chances. Sunderland - on October 5, 2013 - were set to impress with an energized performance at the Stadium of Light. But only Manchester United would celebrate at the final whistle.
United’s evening had got off to the worst possible start when the hosts took the lead just five minutes in. Phil Jones’ clearance to Emanuele Giaccherini’s low cross went straight to Nemanja Vidic, but the United skipper got into a tangle, and when the ball fell to Gardner the Sunderland midfielder immediately swept the ball past David De Gea’s right hand.
“Once I’m on the pitch I just think about playing football and forget the rest.” (Adnan Januzaj)
However, a few missed chances by the hosts were the turning point, and after regaining their composure, the champions struck two decisive blows through the Belgian-born youngster. The first goal left home keeper Keiren Westwood rooted to the spot as Januzaj’s right foot connected with Patrice Evra’s cross while the second was even sweeter strike. John O’Shea had headed Nani’s cross out towards the edge of the area, but the 18-year-old lashed the ball back past Westwood for a truly magnificent winner.
It was a tremendous debut for the young Belgian.
“I encouraged (Januzaj) to enjoy it…and I think he did!” (Michael Carrick)
#LegendaryMoments
Throughout the season, Manchester United players and legends will be joining Denis Irwin on the sofa to discuss #LegendaryMoments with DHL. As well as sharing their stories from Manchester United history, we will be releasing editorial and infographics of statistical highlights in the buildup to the associated 2014/15 fixture.
Don’t miss the Red Devils next match this Sunday against Sunderland and enhance the excitement by playing the Red Devils #BATTLESTATS game. Go to dhlmanutd.com to play!
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